Imposter syndrome—the sense that you’re not good enough even when you’re performing brilliantly—is a dynamic you’ve certainly heard of before, but new evidence suggests it’s even more widespread than previously thought.
It’s important to understand imposter syndrome, because it can get in the way of doing your best work—but perhaps more importantly, it can get in the way of your happiness and fulfillment.
Defining Imposter Syndrome
People with imposter syndrome lack a belief or confidence in their own capabilities or their ability to generate meaningful outcomes. There are two sides to the phenomenon. On the one hand, when those with the syndrome are successful,
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